What's at stake for the US in the Israel-Iran conflict?
The Israel-Iran conflict brings more instability to the Middle East, a region with extensive US interests. They'll be central to shaping president Donald Trump's strategy. So, what's at stake for Washington--and the pros and cons for Trump of further involvement? In this episode: Trita Parsi, Executive Vice President, Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft. PJ Crowley, Former US Assistant Secretary of State. Niall Stanage, White House Columnist, The Hill newspaper. Host: Nick Clark Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook
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How do Iran's and Israel's militaries compare?
As Israel and Iran continue to attack each other, how do their militaries compare? Israel's air force dominates the skies, while Iran relies heavily on its ballistic missiles and drones. But who will have the upper hand as the war rages on? In this episode: Mamoun Abu Nowar, Retired Jordanian Airforce General. Marina Miron, Military Analyst and Researcher, War Studies Department, King's College London. Justin Bronk, Senior Research Fellow, Airpower and Technology, Royal United Services Institute. Host: Nick Clark Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook
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Will Russia, Turkey and China provide support to Iran in its conflict with Israel?
Will Russia, Turkey and China provide support to Iran in its conflict with Israel? The three countries have condemned Israel's actions. But is that enough? And what do they all stand to lose if the conflict spirals out of control? In this episode: Barin Kayaoglu, Chair and Assistant Professor, American Studies, Social Sciences, University of Ankara. Glenn Carle, Career CIA Officer and Deputy National Intelligence Officer, Transnational Threats from the National Intelligence Council. Nikolay Surkov, Assistant Professor, Moscow State Institute of International Relations. Host: Adrian Finighan Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook
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What might be the outcome of Iran facing Israel alone?
With its allies significantly weakened, Iran is left to confront Israel on its own. It's launched a barrage of missiles at Israel in retaliatory strikes without its traditional support. With Tehran apparently exposed, what might be the outcome of this conflict? In this episode: Ronnie Chatah, Political Commentator, Writer and Host, The Beirut Banyan podcast. Setareh Sadeqi, Professor, University of Tehran's Faculty of World Studies. David DesRoches, Professor, National Defense, University and Former Pentagon Director of Arabian Peninsula Affairs. Host: Cyril Vanier Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook
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Can Israel thwart Iran's nuclear programme?
Israel has attacked Iranian military and nuclear sites, claiming Tehran was close to producing a nuclear weapon. Tehran says it's a declaration of war. So, how far will it go with its response? And what does it all this mean for its nuclear ambitions? In this episode: Ellie Geranmayeh, Senior policy fellow, European Council on Foreign Relations. Ali Vaez, Director of the Iran Project, International Crisis Group. Samuel Ramani, Defense Analyst, Royal United Services Institute. Host: Cyril Vanier Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook
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